Women’s College Basketball: Lady Clones Defeated by Upstart Creighton

By Nathan Bloechl · Saturday, March 26th, 2022 at 1:27 pm CDT

Greensboro (N.C.) — Iowa State (28-7, 14-4 Big 12) could not keep its magical, record-breaking season going as the Cyclones fell to Creighton (23-9, 15-5 BIG East) 76-68 Friday night in Greensboro Coliseum in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship Sweet Sixteen.

After an attritional first half that saw the teams knotted up at 30-30, the Cyclones were unable to find the stops on defense to continue their season, with the Bluejays hitting 55.2 percent (16-of-29) of their shots in the second half. The Cyclones were down as many as 13 in the final quarter before a late charge came up a few points short.

In defeat, Iowa State was led by Emily Ryan’s 22 points on 10-of-16 shooting, eight rebounds and six assists. She was one of four Cyclones in double figures, with Nyamer Diew posting a career-high 15 points and grabbing five rebounds. Ashley Joens had 14 points, while Lexi Donarski had 11.

Iowa State closes their season 28-7.

 

Men’s College Basketball: Drake’s DeVries Honored

By Nathan Bloechl · Saturday, March 26th, 2022 at 1:25 pm CDT

Des Moines — Drake freshman Tucker DeVries has been named a finalist for the 2022 Kyle Macy Award.

The award is presented to the top freshman in college basketball.

DeVries was recognized earlier this month by the Missouri Valley Conference as Freshman of the Year while earning spots on the All-MVC second team, newcomer team and freshmen team.

DeVries led the team in scoring (13.9) and three-point field goals (75).

He also owns the Drake freshman scoring record (502 points) while becoming just the sixth freshman in MVC history to score over 500 points in a season.

Drake finished this year 25-11.

Women’s College Basketball: Clark Named a Wade Trophy Finalist

By Nathan Bloechl · Saturday, March 26th, 2022 at 1:25 pm CDT

Iowa City — University of Iowa women’s basketball sophomore Caitlin Clark was named a Wade Trophy finalist and WBCA All-Region honoree along with senior Monika Czinano, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced Thursday.

The Wade Trophy — in its 45th year — is the oldest and most prestigious national player of the year award in college women’s basketball.

It is named in honor of the late, legendary Delta State University head coach Lily Margaret Wade, who won three consecutive national championships with the Lady Statesmen.

The list includes Clark, South Carolina’s Aliyah Boston, Kentucky’s Rhyne Howard and Baylor’s NaLyssa Smith.

Clark broke the 1,000-career point barrier against Evansville in early January and became the fastest Division I player (men’s or women’s) to reach 1,500 career points over the last 20 seasons, reaching the feat in 56 games.

NFL Draft: Draft Coming to KC

By Nathan Bloechl · Saturday, March 26th, 2022 at 1:24 pm CDT

Kansas City — The NFL Draft is coming to the Midwest.

Yesterday NFL officials announced that the NFL Draft will be held in nearby Kansas City in 2023.

The event will be held from April 27th thru the 29th at Union Station in downtown Kansas City.

The 2022 NFL Draft is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada.

 

County Primary Ballot Set

By Theresa Rose · Saturday, March 26th, 2022 at 12:00 pm CDT

The June 7 primary ballot at the County level is now set. Attorney Darin Stater is running for re-election as a Republican. County Recorder Malinda Fitzgibbon, a Democrat, is also seeking re-election.  On the Republican side newcomer Lynnae Buffington has thrown her hat into the ring as a candidate for Recorder. Republican Marc Lindeen is running for another term on the Board of Supervisors. And Republican Kellie Sloan is running in the primary for County Treasurer.  Long time Treasurer Ana Lair made the decision not to seek re-election.

Mary Rockwell

By Theresa Rose · Friday, March 25th, 2022 at 10:40 pm CDT

Mary Rockwell, 75, of Mt. Pleasant died Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at Arbor Court, Mt. Pleasant.

A memorial service for Mary will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant. Pastor Jeffery A. McPheron will officiate. A private family burial will take place at Forest Home Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant, prior to the memorial service.

Memorials may be directed to NAMI of Iowa or the First United Methodist Church. A complete obituary may be viewed and condolences left at www.kimzeyfuneralhome.com

Daily Jail Count

By Theresa Rose · Friday, March 25th, 2022 at 1:59 pm CDT

Henry County Jail

In the interest of keeping Henry County residents informed, the Henry County Sheriff’s office has requested KILJ post the daily jail count. During the jail referendum campaign it was publicized that the jail would be able to house additional inmates from surrounding counties and this would generate revenue for Henry County.

Date:   ____3-25-2022_____

27_    Henry County Inmates

 

50    Out of County Contract Inmates

 

77   TOTAL

By Nathan Bloechl · Friday, March 25th, 2022 at 11:37 am CDT

Men’s College Basketball: Iowa State Readies for Miami

The Iowa State men’s basketball team can punch a ticket to the Elite 8 tonight, when the Cyclones battle Miami (Fl.) in Chicago in the Sweet 16.

Iowa State knocked off LSU and Wisconsin en route to tonight’s regional semifinal.

The Clones are 22-12 under T.J. Otzelberger, a year after finishing a dismal 2-22.

“Pretty cool experience for our young men, I am proud of the work they do each and every day. They’ve brought a lot pride to the Iowa State program.” Otzelberger said.

Otzelberger says the credit goes to the players for the work they established this summer instituting a winning culture.

“As the season has gone we’ve certainly been tested, but we’ve always been able to go back to those work habits. It’s flattering to be in the position we’re in. All the credit to our players and how they’ve worked everyday.”

Today’s game will tip at approximately 8:59 p.m.

You can listen on FM 98.5 and AM 1130.

Men’s College Basketball: Drake’s DeVries Honored

Drake freshman Tucker DeVries has been named a finalist for the 2022 Kyle Macy Award.

The award is presented to the top freshman in college basketball.

DeVries was recognized earlier this month by the Missouri Valley Conference as Freshman of the Year while earning spots on the All-MVC second team, newcomer team and freshmen team.

DeVries led the team in scoring (13.9) and three-point field goals (75).

He also owns the Drake freshman scoring record (502 points) while becoming just the sixth freshman in MVC history to score over 500 points in a season.

Drake finished this year 25-11.

Women’s College Basketball: Clark Named a Wade Trophy Finalist

University of Iowa women’s basketball sophomore Caitlin Clark was named a Wade Trophy finalist and WBCA All-Region honoree along with senior Monika Czinano, the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association announced Thursday.

The Wade Trophy — in its 45th year — is the oldest and most prestigious national player of the year award in college women’s basketball.

It is named in honor of the late, legendary Delta State University head coach Lily Margaret Wade, who won three consecutive national championships with the Lady Statesmen.

The list includes Clark, South Carolina’s Aliyah Boston, Kentucky’s Rhyne Howard and Baylor’s NaLyssa Smith.

Clark broke the 1,000-career point barrier against Evansville in early January and became the fastest Division I player (men’s or women’s) to reach 1,500 career points over the last 20 seasons, reaching the feat in 56 games

NFL Draft: Draft Coming to KC

The NFL Draft is coming to the Midwest.

Yesterday NFL officials announced that the NFL Draft will be held in nearby Kansas City in 2023.

The event will be held from April 27th thru the 29th at Union Station in downtown Kansas City.

The 2022 NFL Draft is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada.